Project Director (Civils) - Plymouth

Lord Search & Selection; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Project Director for a significant infrastructure programme in Devonport Dockyard. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, substantial experience in civil infrastructure projects, and chartered membership with ICE. This role offers a chance to lead a high-profile team on an exciting multi-million-pound upgrade programme.

Qualifications

• Must have substantial experience leading civil infrastructure design and construction.
• Chartered membership with ICE or similar (or working towards).
• Active UK National status and ability to obtain DV Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful delivery of key assignments and business areas.
• Lead the delivery of civils and infrastructure scope across a major programme.
• Act as the technical point of contact for stakeholders on civil engineering issues.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Strategic Direction

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

My client is looking to appoint an experienced Project Director to join this rapidly growing and successful part of the business. Based down on Devonport Dockyard, you will be involved in the delivery of the multi-million pound upgrade programme of works exciting stuff!

The Role:

A Project Director, you'll be primarily responsible as a Civils and Infrastructure Lead to join a high-profile team and be the face of the delivery - a key role in the overall programme

Key Duties:

• You will ensure the successful delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will be responsible for implementing appropriate programme delivery environments
• Lead the delivery of civils and infrastructure scope across a major programme, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide expert input on the design and construction of infrastructure assets, including site development, groundworks, utilities, and enabling works.
• Act as the technical point of contact for stakeholders on civil and structural engineering issues.
• Develop and oversee integration strategies between civils and other technical disciplines (MEP, structural, nuclear, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, particularly in relation to heavy civils, utilities, and temporary works.
• You will be responsible for project budgets and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations
• Support financial planning and budget oversight for infrastructure scope
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams with a focus on developing infrastructure delivery capabilities.

You ll need to have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Understand EPC - Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Operations and Maintenance - This is Essential
• Chartered membership with ICE or similar (or working towards)
• Substantial experience leading civil infrastructure design and construction within complex, secure environments (e.g. defence, nuclear, industrial)
• Deep understanding of infrastructure lifecycle: site development, utilities, ground remediation, and enabling works
• Active UK National status and ability to obtain DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance
• Knowledge of NEC or similar contract forms

Needless to say, this role can offer so much value to someone's career, let alone the fact you'll be joining a great team on a genuinely exciting programme

Apply today and we can have a chat in a bit more detail